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Where to Go to Heal Your Broken Heart

March 21, 2023 by My Travel Backpack

Traveling can help you heal from a broken heart by providing perspective, getting out of your comfort zone, and reflecting on what went wrong.  Colombia, Big Sur (California), the Scottish Highlands, Tokyo, and Amsterdam are all great …

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How to Save Money on Your Next Extended Vacation

January 16, 2023 by My Travel Backpack

Differentiate wants and needs to reduce spending while on a vacation. Look for deals that you can use on your vacation. Consider looking for a rental property at your destination for your accommodations. Set a daily budget and …

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The Most Exciting Vacation Ideas for Adventure-seekers

November 21, 2022 by My Travel Backpack

Are you the type of person who is always looking for a new adventure? Do you get restless if you stay in one place for too long? If so, you’re probably constantly searching for new …

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Enjoyable and Thrilling Activities to Try This Halloween

August 24, 2021 by My Travel Backpack

In earlier years, people believed that ghosts of the dead come back to earth on Halloween day. But as many cultures contributed to the concept of Halloween, the holiday gradually evolved into something more thrilling. …

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Underrated Travel: Fun Alternative Ways to Explore a Country

July 30, 2021 by My Travel Backpack

Interest in travel is picking up amid the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, which signifies that people are starting to look forward to the world reopening. While the travel industry is not going to be the same …

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How to Get Your Project Bike Finally Ready For Adventure: 3 Key Steps

July 9, 2021 by My Travel Backpack

Taking on a project bike is a fantastic idea. Once your custom bike is finished, you can transform any simple road trip into an adventure. It doesn’t matter if you’re staying local for your travels …

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Post-pandemic Road Trip Reminders

March 27, 2021 by My Travel Backpack

Everyone has been missing road trips these days. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are left at home to keep the virus from spreading further, while a number of us are staying in …

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How to be a Faultless Airbnb Guest When Traveling

July 29, 2020 by My Travel Backpack

Our travel plans have all been interrupted recently, but hopefully, we can get back to normal before long. When you do start traveling again, you should aim to be the best possible guest you can …

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Categories Responsible Travel
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Top Fishing Destinations in the US

February 27, 2020February 26, 2020 by My Travel Backpack

Fishing is an activity that requires a lot of patience, timing, knowing how to spot fish, and skill and strength to reel the catch in. The U.S. has a lot of destinations for those who …

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First-Time Flyer Guide: Overcoming Fear of Airports

December 25, 2019 by My Travel Backpack

Are you a first-time flyer going to Singapore? This is an exciting time in your life but it’s also possible you’re feeling nervous but if you are, just focus on the adventure because traveling is …

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Brooke Verlini

Brooke Verlini

Brooke caught the travel bug at the young age of 17. All alone with a worn out rucksack, she left their small family farm and set out to see the world. Reticent but intrepid, backpacking is now her way of life, and My Travel Backpack is an archive of her journeys across place and time.

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Bonnie Rush

Bonnie Rush

Bonnie likes to take things slow and has been wandering the globe since 2012. Her favorite places are those that leave her permanently unsettled. A sociology graduate and student of nature, she offers practical insights on how to make the most of traveling on a budget.


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Nikolaj Salinger

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Nikolaj took a gap year in 2015. Then it became three years of exploring Southeast Asia and doing odd jobs on the side. And he has no plans of stopping. When he’s not out hiking, cycling, or meeting new people, he’s in his hammock reading a book or writing poems.

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